#F3C0BE Hex Color
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The hex code #f3c0be is a pastel, very unsaturated red with a warm pink-red cast and a soft, mellow presence. Its lightness suits spring themes, baby products, romance, and gentle backgrounds, while its red base adds energy to sales or entertainment accents. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or deep burgundy; black text has about 13.1:1 contrast.
Questions about #f3c0be
What is #f3c0be in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f3c0be is rgb(243, 192, 190), in HSL hsl(2, 69%, 85%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 22%, 5%.
Does #f3c0be read as warm or cool?
For designers, #f3c0be reads warm because its pale red base carries a pink undertone, while its low saturation and high lightness keep that warmth gentle rather than intense in most layouts. Pair it with charcoal for definition or muted sage for a softer seasonal palette.
Is #f3c0be readable on white or black?
#f3c0be has a 1.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.09:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.